Gerrans ruled out of Rio

Australia's Olympic hopes have received a blow with cyclist Simon Gerrans officially ruled out of Rio with a broken collarbone.

Gerrans, considered a strong medal prospect in the road race event, underwent surgery over the weekend on a broken collarbone suffered in a crash at the Tour de France.

Facing a battle against time, the 36 year old held out hopes of competing in Rio on the tricky, cobble-stoned course, but Australia Olympic Committee officials were informed on Sunday morning his attempt to ride at a third Olympics was now over.

Gerrans flew from France to Barcelona late last week and was operated on over the weekend.

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